Crush's Coaster to Close Until Summer 2027 at Disneyland Paris
Starting on 7 September 2026, Crush’s Coaster at Disney Adventure World will close for its most extensive technical refurbishment since the attraction opened in 2007. As a result, guests won’t be able to take a spin through the East Australian Current until summer 2027. It’s a significant project that has already seen multiple Disneyland Paris teams working behind the scenes to prepare for the attraction’s temporary closure.
For months, teams from Design & Delivery, Walt Disney Imagineering Paris, Maintenance, and the Disneyland Paris Central Workshops have been planning this major refurbishment. The work is designed to keep Crush’s Coaster operating reliably for years to come while maintaining the high standards guests expect at Disneyland Paris. It will also improve comfort and working conditions for Cast Members.
A major technical modernisation
The refurbishment will take around ten months and will be completed in two main phases. During the first phase, teams will replace and upgrade several of the attraction’s essential technical systems, including selected control systems, sensors, communication equipment, and sections of track.
Once the installation work is complete, the focus will shift to an extensive programme of testing and technical validation. This is a vital part of any major refurbishment, ensuring every system operates safely and reliably before guests once again board their sea turtle shells.
Having ridden Crush’s Coaster many times, we’ve always appreciated just how unique it is. It starts as a family-friendly dark ride inspired by Finding Nemo before unexpectedly transforming into a fast-paced spinning roller coaster. Stu loves the unpredictable spinning, while Chloe could happily do without quite so much of it, which probably tells you everything you need to know before your first ride.
Restoring the East Australian Current
One of the biggest attraction closures in Crush's Coaster's history
Although Crush’s Coaster previously closed for around six months in 2015, the refurbishment beginning in September 2026 will be the attraction’s longest and most extensive since opening. By working closely with external contractors, Disneyland Paris aims to future-proof one of its most popular attractions and keep it running smoothly for many years to come.
If you’re planning a visit before the closure begins, it’s well worth making Crush’s Coaster a priority. Wait times are among the longest in the park, so we usually recommend heading there at rope drop or leaving it until the final part of the day when queues can become a little more manageable. If you don’t mind riding separately, the Single Rider queue can also be a useful time-saver, while Premier Access is available for those looking to reduce their wait.
Final thoughts
While it’s encouraging to see Disneyland Paris investing in one of its most popular attractions, there’s no getting away from the fact that this is a long closure. Ten months is a significant amount of time for a ride that regularly attracts some of the longest queues in the park.
Having ridden Crush’s Coaster many times, we’ll certainly miss it during this refurbishment. Its unique mix of dark ride storytelling and spinning roller coaster thrills makes it unlike anything else at Disneyland Paris, and it’s always one of the first attractions we recommend to friends planning their first visit.
The timing is particularly interesting, as Disney Adventure World has just welcomed the new World of Frozen. The expansion is expected to attract even more visitors, making every major attraction even more important for helping to spread crowds across the park. Closing one of its headline rides for almost a year will inevitably put extra pressure on the remaining attractions, especially during busy school holidays and peak seasons.
That said, this refurbishment should help ensure Crush’s Coaster continues delighting guests for many years to come. We’d much rather see the attraction receive the investment it needs than risk reliability issues in the future, even if it means waiting a little longer before taking another spin through the East Australian Current.